Nana Funk’s Eurovision Warm Up!

As the world turns its eyes and ears to Eurovision, the Everyman is here to get you all set for the big final.

Who better to run you through your Eurovision paces than the truly sensational NANA FUNK. The all-singing, sometimes-dancing superstar of the ages comes back Downstairs at the Everyman to guide you through Eurovision greatness.

Sing along and have a boogie to the best Eurovision tunes from years gone by. Joining Nana on singing duties are two vocal powerhouses!

Eurovision Watch Party

Join Everyman Theatre at their Eurovision Watch Party, as they celebrate another glorious year of Eurovision, this year being broadcast live from Basel.

Book your table and get into the party mood with some classic Eurovision tunes and Eurovision karaoke before we screen the grand final. Watch in style as the 69th Eurovision winner is crowned.

You can expect glitter, flag waving, fizz and friends!

Nana Funk will be hosting the pre-screening hour before the show begins.

Ticket includes a welcome drink. House opens at 6.30pm for karaoke, drinks and food. Live broadcast starts at 8pm. Event closes at midnight.

Plan ahead and pre book your drinks and food with us:
Bottle of Fizz £25.00
x4 330ml Peroni £20.00
x4 330ml Lucky Saint 0.5% Lager £19.00
x4 Gordon’s Gin & Tonic Cans £20.00
Bottle of Red Wine £18.50
Bottle of White Wine £18.50
Results Popcorn box (Sweet & Salty) £5.00
11“ Margherita Pizza £10.00
11” Pepperoni Pizza £10.00

If you have allergies that they should be made aware of in preparation of your food, please email boxoffice@everymanplayhouse.com including your order number, straight after booking. They cannot guarantee that dishes are 100% free of allergens due to all food being prepared in one kitchen.

Afro Explosion

Liverpool is set to host a celebration of Afrobeat and new music from across the globe in the Baltic Triangle this May.

Afro Explosion at District on 24th May 2025 is a show is set to be filled with ‘electrifying beats, vibrant dances, and unforgettable vibes’.

Bubez Productions who are presenting the show, say that the event will ‘reflect the universal nature of music as an international language, spoken and understood by all who love it’.

Headlined by the brilliant DJ Edu, the packed line-up of artists and selectors will be a dynamic platform that celebrates not only Afrobeat and other genres of the continent’s music, but also embraces other genres from around the world.

The ‘AfroBoss’ DJ Edu is an African music ambassador, cultural expert, broadcaster, DJ & producer, host of This Is Africa on the BBC World Service and The AfroSounds show on BBC Radio 1Xtra. Representing music from all corners of Africa has been at the heart of his career for over two decades. Liverpool audiences will also recognise him as a regular main stage DJ at the Africa Oyé festival.

Joining him on the line-up are the likes of Rudebone, Yoruba British, Malam Spicey, DJ CHENTO, Okuku Scott, RVDXO, Chantal, Liverpool ‘s Finest Hypeman AGB JOSE, and many more.

Paul Joe, CEO of Bubez Productions, said: “Afro Explosion will promote community cohesion, welcoming people from diverse backgrounds and cultures to unite through music. Let the rhythm move you as we celebrate the rich culture and music of Africa!”

The Afro Explosion Music Festival is a creation of Bubez Productions Ltd, in a joint venture with a Liverpool-based social enterprise, Leading Support For Humanity (LSFH) — the parent project to Tigon Music. Tigon create, design and develop cross-sector collaborations with the commercial sector, providing emerging artists with the opportunity to improve their live performance and stage skills and help them grow their fan base. They are dedicated to the sourcing, nurturing, supporting and developing talented youths and young adults with a’ passion and enthusiasm for music’.

Ayotunde Falana, Volunteer Founder of Tigon Music, said: “This alliance between Tigon Music and Bubez Productions reinforces a shared belief that businesses have a greater responsibility to society than simply providing jobs or generating profit. It showcases how collaboration between the third sector and the commercial sector can drive philanthropic corporate responsibility and create meaningful change in our communities.”

Beyond entertainment, the event is a concept of trade and transformation; designed to benefit communities through the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts of the participating organisations.

Event

Afro Explosion takes place at District, 61 Jordan St, Liverpool, L1 0BE on 24th May 2025, kicking off at 5pm. Tickets are available now via bubezproductions.com.

Bluecoat’s Big Music Weekend: Op...

As part of the Bluecoat’s Big Music Weekend, they’re hosting an exciting open mic session in their iconic secret garden to showcase incredible new musicians and performers in Liverpool.

Whether your new to open mic’s, a seasoned performer looking to test out new songs, or simply looking to relax and listen to great new music, all are invited to come along and share their talents in a warm and inclusive environment.

Sign up is required to perform.

Sat 24 May, 12-4pm
Free, drop in

Akram Abdulfattah

Akram Abdulfattah is a Palestinian-American violinist who combines jazz with middle eastern and Indian music. Akram’s music is influenced by Hindu, Turkish, and Persian styles, reflecting the rich legacy and culture of oriental sounds in a modernized fashion.

In 2023, his multinational group visited the UK for the first time, performing a debut London show, and appearing at Knockengorroch and Cambridge Folk festivals. Akram’s talent has received international recognition as he’s won prestigious awards and engaged in various international and cross-culture projects.

Dom Martin

Arguably one of the best guitarists in the UK today, the singer songwriter has been likened to the late greats Rory Gallagher and Gary Moore with his skilful playing, deep songwriting skills, powerful vocal and commanding stage presence. If you’re a guitar fan, acoustic in particular, and you’ve never seen Dom, you need to!

Dom’s intimate acoustic shows are always a big hit with live music fans. Dom is joined on The Acoustic Tour 2025 by special guest Thomas Heppell, who was a 2024 UK Blues Awards nominee in the emerging artist category.

Ormonde Ensemble

Alongside Ligeti’s musical puzzles and Nielsen’s captivating Wind Quintet, the Ormonde Ensemble shine a spotlight on incredible works by female composers and those from underrepresented backgrounds. They’ll perform some exciting new arrangements and Isa Gibbs’ Dreamery – a musical journey through a factory where dreams are made…

Jon Gomm

Jon Gomm is a singer-songwriter and acoustic solo performer based in Yorkshire, UK, known for his once-seen-never-forgotten virtuoso guitar style. This involves slapping, tapping and retuning as he plays, producing a huge, multi-layered sound filled with bass, drums and near-orchestral depth and complexity from a single guitar.

His songs are often deeply emotive, whether with or without his soft, affecting voice. And his live performances are intimate and powerful, but always punctured by his natural North Of England wit and self-deprecation.

Ellie Gowers

Emerging onto the UK folk scene with her debut album, Dwelling by the Weir, Ellie explored folklore and stories of her hometown, Warwick, through ecological, sociological, and personal themes (‘full of delicacy, precision, and gentle delight’, The Guardian). It connected with wider audiences and secured her a place on the UK touring circuit. After the release of her celebrated album, Ellie has continued to firmly root herself in the songwriting scene.

Mad Dog Mcrea

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand and having played just about every festival and two-bit, jibe-arsed dive in Christendom, Mad Dog Mcrea are, in every sense of the word, a live, band.

This is a standing event.
If you have any access needs, please contact the Box Office on 0151 709 3789.